Florida State University
Job Title:
Student Assistant
Location:
Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Job ID:
61892
Department Office of the Provost:
Responsibilities
Lunch and absentee coverage for receptionist at the President’s Office front desk.
Clerical duties including, but not limited to, drafting, copying and organizing documents, filing, and management of incoming correspondence.
Maintenance of ongoing morning and afternoon errand schedule, as well as handling additional deliveries as requested.
Escort the President, Provost, Vice Presidents, or special guests to university, legislative, or community events via golf cart or university vehicle.
Internet or university records research.
Verify paper stock in copy and fax machines, organize supply closets, and maintain order.
Verify inventories of office supplies and bring deficiencies to the attention of appropriate office staff member.
Assist in organizing meeting space and post meeting maintenance of conference spaces.
Regularly check levels of inventory from coffee vendor.
Restock sodas, water, and coffee supplies in office kitchen and conference rooms, using a first in, first out regimen.
Bring inventory deficiencies to the attention of the appropriate office staff member.
Brew coffee as needed.
Tidy kitchen at the end of the business day.
Special projects or duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of basic computer applications including Word, Excel, record keeping, printers, telephones, voicemail, copying, and email.
Knowledge of basic current principles and practices of customer service and customer relations.
Skills in effective communications – written and verbal English (including in electronic formats).
Entry level skills in employee interpersonal relationships and development.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business correspondence in English.
Ability to respond effectively to inquiries in written and spoken English.
Ability to quickly solve practical problems.
Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods at a time.
Ability to interrupt ongoing work to respond to visitor and departmental inquiries.
Ability to switch rapidly among multiple ongoing tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to efficiently manage time.
Ability to use appropriate telephone etiquette.
Basic knowledge of the offices of the President and Provost.
Preferred Qualifications
Effective, positive, and clear face-to-face and phone communication
Solid independent and collaborative work ethics
Positive outlook and willingness to be entrepreneurial in modes of assistance
Responsible, dependable, and punctual behaviors
Professional demeanor in attitude and dress
Discretion in handling confidential information
Contact Info Angela Hockin: ahockin@admin.fsu.edu
University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about our university and campuses.
How To Apply This OPS Express Job Posting is very unique. By applying to this posting, you will actually be putting your application and resume into a pool with many other OPS/Temporary applicants whereby throughout the course of each Semester, various Departments around campus could potentially be considering you for numerous temporary and part-time opportunities. If a particular department is interested in talking to you about one of these opportunities, that Department will contact you directly. Hence, it is possible that there will be no Departments that contact you, or it is also possible that you may receive several Departments contacting about opportunities. It is extremely important that you create and attach a basic resume to this application that outlines: any degrees you may have already attained (e.g. Associate's Degree); your major and what year you’re in for your degree program (Freshman, Sophomore, etc.); the number of credits you have completed; relevant courses that you have taken; all full-time, part-time, and summer jobs; internships or co-op experiences; your particular level of computer literacy and skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.); any office equipment that you have used; the work hours that you are available; etc.
Considerations This is an OPS/temporary job.
This will require a background check. Please use standard background check language.
Must be able to work at least 20 hours a week during Summer 2026.
Pay – Anticipated hourly rate is $14-15 an hour.
Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Student Assistant
Location:
Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Job ID:
61892
Department Office of the Provost:
Responsibilities
Lunch and absentee coverage for receptionist at the President’s Office front desk.
Clerical duties including, but not limited to, drafting, copying and organizing documents, filing, and management of incoming correspondence.
Maintenance of ongoing morning and afternoon errand schedule, as well as handling additional deliveries as requested.
Escort the President, Provost, Vice Presidents, or special guests to university, legislative, or community events via golf cart or university vehicle.
Internet or university records research.
Verify paper stock in copy and fax machines, organize supply closets, and maintain order.
Verify inventories of office supplies and bring deficiencies to the attention of appropriate office staff member.
Assist in organizing meeting space and post meeting maintenance of conference spaces.
Regularly check levels of inventory from coffee vendor.
Restock sodas, water, and coffee supplies in office kitchen and conference rooms, using a first in, first out regimen.
Bring inventory deficiencies to the attention of the appropriate office staff member.
Brew coffee as needed.
Tidy kitchen at the end of the business day.
Special projects or duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of basic computer applications including Word, Excel, record keeping, printers, telephones, voicemail, copying, and email.
Knowledge of basic current principles and practices of customer service and customer relations.
Skills in effective communications – written and verbal English (including in electronic formats).
Entry level skills in employee interpersonal relationships and development.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business correspondence in English.
Ability to respond effectively to inquiries in written and spoken English.
Ability to quickly solve practical problems.
Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods at a time.
Ability to interrupt ongoing work to respond to visitor and departmental inquiries.
Ability to switch rapidly among multiple ongoing tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to efficiently manage time.
Ability to use appropriate telephone etiquette.
Basic knowledge of the offices of the President and Provost.
Preferred Qualifications
Effective, positive, and clear face-to-face and phone communication
Solid independent and collaborative work ethics
Positive outlook and willingness to be entrepreneurial in modes of assistance
Responsible, dependable, and punctual behaviors
Professional demeanor in attitude and dress
Discretion in handling confidential information
Contact Info Angela Hockin: ahockin@admin.fsu.edu
University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about our university and campuses.
How To Apply This OPS Express Job Posting is very unique. By applying to this posting, you will actually be putting your application and resume into a pool with many other OPS/Temporary applicants whereby throughout the course of each Semester, various Departments around campus could potentially be considering you for numerous temporary and part-time opportunities. If a particular department is interested in talking to you about one of these opportunities, that Department will contact you directly. Hence, it is possible that there will be no Departments that contact you, or it is also possible that you may receive several Departments contacting about opportunities. It is extremely important that you create and attach a basic resume to this application that outlines: any degrees you may have already attained (e.g. Associate's Degree); your major and what year you’re in for your degree program (Freshman, Sophomore, etc.); the number of credits you have completed; relevant courses that you have taken; all full-time, part-time, and summer jobs; internships or co-op experiences; your particular level of computer literacy and skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.); any office equipment that you have used; the work hours that you are available; etc.
Considerations This is an OPS/temporary job.
This will require a background check. Please use standard background check language.
Must be able to work at least 20 hours a week during Summer 2026.
Pay – Anticipated hourly rate is $14-15 an hour.
Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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